1989 Hall of Fame Inductees Kim Fisher '78, men's basketball: Kim Fisher came to Fairfield on a path less traveled. After two seasons and 593 points at Essex Community College, Kim transferred to Fairfield and into the hearts of the Alumni Hall faithful. Fisher formed one of the best backcourts in Fairfield history while playing with Hall of Famer Joe DeSantis '79. Fisher made his presence felt by scoring 745 points in his two years as a Stag helping to total 1,338 career points. In 1978, he led Fairfield to a 22-5 ledger and a berth in the National Invitation Tournament. A native of East Orange, New Jersey, Fisher ranks 11th among the all-time leaders in assists (211), fifth in free throw percentage (.795) and eighth in field goal percentage (.504). In 1978, Kim was honored as the Co-Most Valuable Player in 1978 and was also awarded the Patrick Burke award for outstanding hustle and effort during the season. After graduating from Fairfield with a degree in marketing, Fisher was drafted by the Boston Celtics of the NBA.
Mark Longwell '82, men's soccer: When Fairfield soccer players are measured, there is a standard by which they are judged, Mark Longwell is that standard. An outstanding midfielder and defender, from 1978-81, Longwell was the king of varsity field, his performances exemplifying commitment, determination, sportsmanship, and talent. Since soccer first appeared on the Fairfield campus in the fall of 1964, no one has rivaled the career of Mark Longwell. In four years, Mark scored 25 goals, eleven of them in his senior campaign. Three years running he was voted as the Stags Most Valuable Player from 1978-81. The opposition feared and respected Longwell. In both his junior and senior seasons, he was selected as the top defender in the Tri-State Soccer League - in addition to his overwhelming success as an offensive performer - and earned All-New England honors. Longwell grew up in nearby Trumbull and was drafted by the Chicago Sting of the N.A.S.L following an All-State senior season for Trumbull High School. He passed up the pro offer, interested rather in getting a college education. After playing on the United States Olympic Team in 1983, Mark put on a professional uniform for the Tampa Bay Rowdies of the N.A.S.L. In 1984, Longwell's leadership as team captain led the Fort Lauderdale Suns of the U.S.L. to the League Championship.
Joseph D. Miko '51, cross country, track, men's basketball: Joe Miko graduated in 1951, the first year that Fairfield University conferred undergraduate degrees. As a member of the fledgling "Red Stags" in track from 1947-51, cross country, and basketball from 1948-51, Miko made a name for himself as one of the most versatile athletes on campus, earning him the nickname "Jumping Joe." Miko excelled in track. Weekly, the campus newspaper, The Stag, chronicled his exploits on the gravel oval, in the pole vault, and over the high jump bar. Long-legged and springy, Miko set the school records in pole vault and the high jump. Joe also scored over 100 points in the 1950 track season and set a school record for the high jump at 5'8" in 1951. Joe is responsible for leading the Stags to a 38-16 record between 1976 and 1978. His long kick also made him an invaluable member of the relay team. Joe was also a cross country miler at Fairfield. In a career of firsts, Joe Miko played a large part in what some consider a fine tradition in the East. Basketball at Fairfield began on an intramural level during the 1947-48 seasons and made the jump to varsity the following year. On December 1, 1948, the Red Stags traveled to Brooklyn College for their first varsity game. It was Joe Miko who started that first game at center. It was Joe Miko who, known for his rebounding and defensive play, grabbed that first rebound. And it was Joe Miko who scored those first points on a reverse lay-up. During Joe Miko's time at Fairfield, he played against many of the top teams in the East, including a visit with Bob Cousy and the national power Holy Cross.
Mary F. Rowe, Service to Athletics: Mary F. Rowe, a Bridgeport native, was a secretary in the athletic department for 23 years. But her commitment goes far beyond secretarial duties. For her dedication to Fairfield University, the athletic department and the student-athletes, the Alumni Association is presenting Mary F. Rowe with a special service award. When Mary began at Fairfield in 1966, the athletic department consisted of only seven sports. Since that time, Fairfield athletics have grown to include 15 varsity sports, eight club sports, and an active intramural schedule. Mary was involved with some of the great triumphs in Fairfield athletics including the men's basketball appearances in the NIT and the NCAA Tournaments, and last year the women's basketball team appearing in the NCAA Tournament. There is hardly a student involved with Fairfield athletics over the past 23 years that has not been touched in some special way by Mary Rowe, treating all with respect and an open heart, willing to listen and help with problems never too small. Administrators and coaches, too, have felt that special touch Mary Rowe has had on the athletic program at Fairfield.
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